food & kitchen information

The heart of the homestead lies in the kitchen. Not merely your farm's nutrition hub, the kitchen is a gathering place where friends and family can celebrate the farm's harvest and pass down age-old traditions. In this section, find food-preparation advice and recipes that feature your farm and garden products.

Homestead Recipes

Looking for a new favorite meal? These recipes will help you put your farm-fresh meat, eggs, dairy and produce to work in a variety of dishes that will satisfy the taste buds.

Main Dish Recipes

Give your farm-raised foods a starring role on the dinner table by including them in a recipe that will have your dinner guests begging for more. Make a grand presentation with recipes like Citrus-braised Wild Duck, or opt for something more suitable to family-style dining with meals like Southwest Black-bean Burgers. Get recipes »

Bread & Pastry Recipes

Whether you enjoy the therapy of kneading homemade sourdough bread or delight in the aroma of streusel muffins straight from the oven, nothing brings joy to the kitchen like baked goods prepared with the loving hands of a farmstead cook. Get recipes »

Dessert Recipes

Save room for dessert because we've got plenty of sweet treats to satisfy. There's no need choose between the kids' favorite brownies and grandma's request for a fruit-filled cobbler—make them both (or add something new to the mix) so everyone's happy! Get recipes »

Condiment Recipes

Whether you need to spread, rub, drizzle or splash, making your own condiments sure beats the grocery-shelf varieties. These recipes will add a burst of flavor to every meal, from preserves to vinaigrettes of all flavors to homemade mustard and catsup. Get recipes »

Animal Treat Recipes

Don't forget your animal friends when it comes to preparing farm-fresh goodies. From Bird Bread for the chickens and Imbir's Horse Treats, as well as other recipes for the rest of your farm menagerie, there are many ways you can show your favorite animal you care. Get recipes »

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